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Sunnybank State High School

Three reasons to choose us

  1. ​Welcoming and inclusive community: Sunnybank State High School offers a safe, caring and inclusive environment with a dedicated international team supporting students from over 50 cultural backgrounds
  2. Strong academic and career pathways: We offer a wide range of academic, vocational and university-linked programs for success in future study or work
  3. Great location and support: 12km from Brisbane’s CBD, the school is close to transport, universities and homestay options​
Student in front of building School grounds Front of school

Principal's welcome

Welcome to Sunnybank State High School—a proud, diverse and dynamic learning community located in Brisbane, Queensland.

We believe that success is achieved when students are challenged, supported and inspired to reach their full potential. Our curriculum offers a wide range of academic and vocational pathways that prepare students for university, further study or direct entry into the workforce.

International students are a valued part of our school community. We take great pride in the strong friendships and intercultural connections that form between local and international students. Our support staff ensure that international students settle quickly, enjoy their experience and feel at home both in school and in the wider community.

Situated close to major universities, public transport and community facilities, we offer students the advantages of city living within a friendly and supportive school environment.

We invite you to join us and experience all that we have to offer—a school where every student is known, valued and inspired to achieve their best.

School overview

Number of students

Year school established

School website

Sunnybank State High School offers a unique, safe and enriching learning environment for all of our students.

Students are constantly surrounded by possibility and opportunity, both designed to empower each student to thrive and achieve across a range of academic, cultural, vocational and sporting pursuits.

We are a high-achieving and vibrant school, rich in tradition with an outstanding reputation for success. Our motto, 'Many ways to excellence', reflects our commitment to quality education by ensuring that every child is striving for success.

We are part of a global learning community and value our international partnerships. The school has been welcoming students from other countries along with offering international homestays for more than 20 years.

EQI programs offered

HS
High School
HSA
High School Study Abroad

Special programs

  • Science, Technology, Engineering and Mathematics (STEM)—national innovative schools award winner, STEM
  • Extensive array of vocational training
  • International academic support program
  • Individualised and personalised student support services
  • Inter-school sport
  • Instrumental music
  • Academic coaching
  • Signature program for volleyball​

Extracurricular activities

  • STEM
  • Student leadership
  • Chess club
  • Debating
  • Homework program
  • Cultural and wellbeing programs and excursions
  • Academic competitions (maths, science, English)​

School facilities

  • Digital innovation hub (drones, coding, robotics, STEM, virtual reality)
  • Media precinct
  • Industry standard hospitality kitchen
  • Modern industrial technology facility
  • On-site training café—Breezeway
  • Sports ​centre
  • Resource centre
  • Athletics facilities
  • Weight training fitness centre
  • Computer labs
  • Close proximity to major transport routes
  • International centre​

Tertiary pathways

  • Access to specialist personal and career development programs
  • Intensive individual support to negotiate university pathways
  • Early entry to Brisbane universities

Languages

  • Japanese
  • Chinese and Tamil schools on weekends
  • Language of choice
  • Senior external exams (which contribute to university entrance) available in many first languages​

Homestay and accommodation

By living with an Australian host family international students become part of the local community and have a fantastic opportunity to practise their English in a safe and caring home environment.

Students have their own bedroom with study facilities, three meals a day, and access to transport to and from school, and to school activities.

Read more about homestay and accommodation options.

Holiday adventure programs

Holiday adventure programs are an exciting and safe way for students to travel and sightsee during school holidays.

All holiday adventures are fully guided and escorted by qualified teachers and staff to ensure student safety.

Find out more about our holiday adventure programs.

Contact details

Disclaimer

The information and data in this webpage is subject to change without notice. Before submitting your application, if you are interested in:

  • a particular subject, sport, program or extracurricular activity offered by an EQI school; or
  • particular school facilities;

please contact EQI or the school directly to confirm it will be offered and/or available in the year you intend to study.
Last updated 12 January 2026